<p>End-to-end ownership of one or more Network technology projects or releases. Plan and effectively manage all aspects of the Network infrastructure project or release including cost, schedule, scope, quality and project resources following the appropriate methodologies.</p> <p>Key Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Deliver an annual portfolio of moderately complex Network Infrastructure, Corporate and Field Real Estate projects with total budgets ranging from approximately $1MM to $5MM+ through effective management of budget, schedule, scope, quality and risk. Accountable for project communications, milestone tracking, resource planning, financials, risk assessment and contingency planning and escalation and resolution of critical issues to project sponsor/owners. </li><li>Provide leadership to project resources in a manner that ensures timely delivery on commitments/tasks in support of broader project deliverables. Align and lead cross-organizational resources to ensure successful delivery of the project. Identify project resource requirements including on-shore, off-shore, employee and contractor resources and work with plan sponsors to ensure adequately skilled resources are available to deliver on project commitments. </li><li>Develop the overall project vision, approach, objectives and key deliverables; identify/track key measures of success. Develop a comprehensive project plan incorporating deliverables, resource plans, milestones, accountabilities, communication plan and timelines. Ensure project tracking and status are maintained appropriately. Provide regular status reporting on plan progress and ensure all company standards are followed. Ensure appropriate testing and quality reviews are conducted and receive sign-off. </li><li>Create and manage the overall project readiness plan and communicate impacts to appropriate stakeholders. Lead and participate in regular post-implementation reviews and present project metrics to assist with evaluation of project quality. Provide regular status reporting for assigned releases. Log, track and escalate high priority project issues that may impact ability to deliver a quality project according to plan. </li><li>Work effectively with business partners, vendors and staff to develop the project agenda and ensure agreement/adoption of project objectives/deliverables by affected constituencies. Provide proactive project communication to project owner. Work to identify cross-organizational interdependencies and ensure appropriate integration to project plan. Effectively manage client expectations and resource requirements to ensure ownership and success. </li></ul> <p>Required Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree or equivalent (4-years) in Computer Science, Business or related field; or equivalent work experience. </li><li>5-7 years of relevant experience required. </li><li>3+ years successful track record of delivering Network Infrastructure, Corporate and Field Real Estate projects that meet business objectives as well as time, budget and quality guidelines. </li><li>Solid understanding of business functional areas and management issues as well as the IT organizations systems and capabilities. </li><li>Demonstrated ability to deal with ambiguity and to effectively manage within it. </li><li>Superior written and verbal communication skills including with executive level presentations. </li><li>Strong analytic and problem-solving skills. </li><li>Experience managing project plans, timelines, test plans, resources and budgets. </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Successful experience driving cross-functional and cross-organizational teams to meet project objectives. </li><li>Expert skills in project management methodologies, processes and industry standard tools. </li><li>Proven ability to work effectively with on-shore and off-shore employee and contract resources. </li><li>Ability to formally present project related information in a clear, concise and persuasive manner. </li><li>Ability to relate well at all levels of the organization, building rapport and maintaining collaborative relationships. </li></ul> <p>About Our Company</p> <p>We're a diversified financial services leader with more than $1.5 trillion in assets under management, administration and advisement as of 2024. With our team of more than 20,000 people in 20 countries, we advise, manage and protect assets and income of more than 3.5 million individual, small business and institutional clients. We are a longstanding leader in financial planning and advice, a global asset manager and an insurer. Our unwavering focus on our clients and strong financial foundation connects each of our unique businesses - Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments and RiverSource Insurance and Annuities. Here, we foster meaningful careers, invest in the future, and make a difference for clients, institutions and communities around the world.</p> <p>Base Pay Salary</p> <p>The estimated base salary for this role is $112,200 - $150,000 a year. We have a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy. Your initial total compensation may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographical work location. In addition, most of our roles are eligible for variable pay in the form of bonus, commissions, and/or long-term incentives depending on the role. We also have a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports all aspects of your health and well-being, including but not limited to vacation time, sick time, 401(k), and health, dental and life insurances.</p> <p>Ameriprise Financial is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, gender identity, disability, veteran status, marital status, family status or any other basis prohibited by law.</p> <p>Full-Time/Part-Time</p> <p>Full time</p> <p>Exempt/Non-Exempt</p> <p>Exempt</p> <p>Job Family Group</p> <p>Technology</p> <p>Line of Business</p> <p>TECH Technology</p>